Third cycle of programme offers training abroad for Bahrainis in IT, International Marketing, and Sales

Tamkeen: Monday, 2 April 2012 - Tamkeen and AIESEC in Bahrain are currently accepting applications for the Global Internship Programme, now in its third cycle. The Tamkeen-AISEC partnership is in line with Tamkeen's ongoing efforts to support human capital development in line with labour market requirements.

The Tamkeen-AIESEC Global Internship Programme offers graduates the opportunity to receive training abroad in the areas of Information Technology, International Marketing, and Sales. Tamkeen will cover the costs of the airline tickets, visa fees, in addition to providing a monthly stipend.

The programme requires the applicant to be a Bahraini citizen aged between 18-30 years who hold a Bachelor's degree or above. Applicant must also have a good grasp of the English language, both reading and writing, and must be approved by the programme's committee.

Selected applicants are expected to start their internships during the months of May and June 2012.

The Tamkeen-AISEC partnership aims to empower graduates and give them competitive advantage in Bahrain's employment market through 6 to 12 months long internships. In total, 45 graduates are set to benefit from Tamkeen's support over the course of three consecutive years.

During its first and second cycle, AIESEC Tamkeen Programme provided internship opportunities for Bahraini graduates in Colombia, Italy, Malta, Indonesia, Qatar, Taiwan and Lebanon.

As the largest youth-driven organisation in the world, AIESEC is keen to connect the youth with the employer market around relevant issues in the society. Taking up a cultural internship or professional international exchange is the most important learning experience that AIESEC offers.

Since 2006, AIESEC in Bahrain has provided Bahrain's youth with experiences that enable them to achieve their potential by giving them a clear vision of having a positive impact on society through their actions.

Applicants can apply by visiting (www.aiesec.org/bahrain) before 20th of April 2012. More information is available on AISEC's Facebook Page  www.facebook.com/Tamkeen.AIESEC , or by calling 17-358819 or emailing tamkeen.bh@aiesec.net

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About Tamkeen
Tamkeen was established in August 2006 as part of Bahrain's national reform initiatives and Bahrain Economic Vision 2030, and is tasked with developing Bahrain's private sector and positioning it as the key driver of economic development.

Tamkeen's two primary objectives are: 1) Fostering the creation and development of enterprises, and 2) Providing support to enhance the productivity and growth of enterprises and individuals.

Under each of those objectives, a number of mechanisms and programmes have been identified based on detailed studies of the labour market to identify current and future gaps for individuals and enterprises and how to address them.

As of December 2011, Tamkeen has injected more than BD 166 million into the private sector through its programmes, targeting over 100,000 Bahrainis and enterprises.

Moreover, it has made in excess of BD 166 million available through its financing portfolio, and enabled over 3,000 Bahrainis find employment, and more than 1,000 enterprises to participate in leading local, regional, and international trade fairs and exhibitions.

In 2012, Tamkeen plans on launching more than 20 new initiatives. These programmes range from training aimed at developing human capital - whether students, employees, employers, or job seekers - to match acquired skills to market requirements, and other programmes which enhance the productivity of individuals through promoting awareness of successful practices in the private sector. For enterprises, Tamkeen provides professional consulting services to raise their performance, and facilitates access to financing to bridge the enterprise financing gap. In addition, Tamkeen is also leading other national initiatives which enhance investments in Bahrain.

Tamkeen's funds come from 50% of the fees collected from the Labour Market Regulatory Authority.

For more information about our programmes, please call:
Marketing Communications department
Tamkeen
Telephone:  17383326 / 17383327
Fax: 17382352
e-Mail: support@tamkeen.bh    
Website : www.tamkeen.bh 
http://www.facebook.com/TamkeenBahrain   
http://twitter.com/TamkeenBahrain
http://www.youtube.com/TamkeenBahrain

Contact
Essa Esam Hadi
AIESEC Tamkeen Global Internship Programme
Email: essa.esam@aiesec.net
Mobile: +973 39080025

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